VOICED : Sarkozy inculpado por corrupcion

Nicolás Sarkozy, the former French president, was charged with active corruption, influence peddling, and breach of professional secrecy. He was detained for 15 hours for questioning, marking an unprecedented event for a former French head of state. The investigation also implicated his lawyer, Thierry Herzog, and judge Gilbert Azivert. Authorities are probing whether Sarkozy sought confidential information from a magistrate in exchange for a prestigious position. Sarkozy's name is linked to six legal cases, and this indictment could hinder his potential candidacy in the 2017 elections, following his 2012 defeat by François Hollande.

What unprecedented event occurred to former French president Nicolas Sarkozy?

• He received a Nobel Peace Prize.

• He was detained for questioning.

• He moved to another country.

• He was elected for a third term.

Who were the other individuals implicated alongside Sarkozy in the investigation?

• A police officer and a businessman.

• A judge and his lawyer.

• His family members.

• His campaign manager and a journalist.

What was Sarkozy allegedly trying to obtain from a magistrate?

• A diplomatic passport.

• A new identity.

• A prestigious position.

• A financial loan.

In which year did Sarkozy lose the presidential election to François Hollande?

• 2007

• 2022

• 2017

• 2012

How might the charges against Sarkozy affect his political future?

• They could enhance his popularity.

• They could complicate his candidacy in future elections.

• They could result in a diplomatic role.

• They could lead to a new political party.